July 3rd – Mike and Casey – Diocese of Paterson, NJ “It was convenient to complete at our own pace”

Him: It was a very informative course that made you look at marriage from a different perspective.  This course helped us engage with topics that you maybe would have taken for granted when it came to the term marriage. I intend to use these helpful tools for our life long future together.

Her: I was satisfied in the course because it helped prepare our marriage with different topics that we didn't discuss normally. It informed about what NFP was, and what the benefits were for it.  I look forward to using the tools that I have learned throughout our marriage.

Both: It brought different topics to light that we hadn't talked in much detail about.

June 26th – David and Blanca – Archdiocese of Kansas City, KS “The course taught me more than I could have imagined”

Him: I appreciate the way the course is set up. It allowed us to have meaningful conversations one-on-one without the influence of anyone else but God. The guidance in our instructors' responses was also appreciated. We learned with the assignments but then learned even more with the feedback from our instructors.

Her: The course was oriented for each other. I appreciated that although we had instructors, we learned most of it with each other through the help of them (rather than them teaching us all of it while we listen). I loved that it also allowed us to comfortably have discussions on a personal level. It felt intimate and that we were able to work on the course at our own pace.

Both: It literally helped us by guiding us on HOW to build the foundations of our marriage and the importance of it. It taught us SO much things that are going to help our marriage through God.

June 19th – Ryan and Krista – Archdiocese of Denver, CO “I knew it would be a good experience, but we got more out of it than I had imagined”

Him: Being able to go at our own pace made it nice to find time and spend with one another. The format made for really good conversations that often led to much deeper discussions. I loved the feedback from each session because it required us to revisit and refresh what we had gone through. 

Her: The format and ability to be flexible and pace ourselves through this marriage prep was great! Our instructors were so kind and helpful along the way. We really loved how interactive the assignments were!

Both: We both have grown so much in our faith over the marriage prep process, and this course added so much to that.

June 12th – Shane and Anne - Diocese of Rockville Centre, NY “Our instructors were incredible teachers”

Him: The course itself was wonderful, I believe it covered so many topics of marriage and not only focused on the spiritual side of things, but also real-life situations that we may cross later in life.

Her: Our instructors were incredible teachers and provided so much insight into the topics that we may not have covered, they are truly wonderful people.

Both: We appreciated our instructors to provide us with such great insight and knowledge. It was a great time spent together during what can be stressful times, planning a wedding.

June 5th – Dylan and Erin – Diocese of Superior, WI “We started talking about some things that we maybe oversaw in the past”

Him: A lot of great information in a short period of time.

Her: I thought the feedback we received was incredibly helpful! Our mentors did a great job elaborating on everything, making it easier to understand and adding a lot of great insight.

Her: I realized how important it is to participate in Mass - something I don't always do as regularly as I should. I would like to start going regularly.

May 29th – Patrick and Lauren – Diocese of Allentown, PA “Taking this course allowed us to build our relationship with Christ as couple”

Him: This course was very well organized. The content was easy to understand and apply to our daily lives. It will set us up for success in marriage.

Her: It was a wonderful class. I enjoyed working with our instructor couple. the way the course was structured allowed us to learn at our own pace.

Both: Discussing these topics gave us the desire to get closer to God as a couple. we are already discussing our plans for after our wedding.

May 22nd – Dylan and Julia – Diocese of Greensburg, PA “It reminded me that God is involved in so much more of my life than I thought”

Him: I think it provided a lot more information than I was expecting and it was helpful to cover all of the topics. I think they were comprehensive and I gained a much better understanding of the Sacrament of Marriage and feel better prepared for this next step.

Her: I think this course was great. I feel like each assignment built on the one prior and helped me to gain a better understanding and appreciation of marriage, especially what it means for us in our faith. I think it helped us to have a lot of conversations that were essential to work through to really be prepared moving forward with this sacrament.

Both: We enjoyed the course. It was comprehensive and we do feel well prepared for our marriage. We are excited to work together in our marriage and to grow in our faith together. Our instructors were excellent and provided us with wonderful feedback on each assignment as well.

May 15th – Paul and Madilyn – Archdiocese of New Orleans, LA “Loved the in-depth lessons that allowed us to work at our own pace.”

Him: I thought this class laid out the various lessons in clear language with plenty of supporting materials, and an excellent format that allowed us to work at our own pace.

Her: I really liked the format of this class, allowing us to work at our own pace and quickly receive feedback for our answers. It covered a variety of important topics to discuss during our engagement.

Both: It really reminded us of the importance to keep Christ at the center of our marriage and allow him to guide our relationship through its highs and lows.

May 8th – Jules and Jordan – Diocese of Sacramento, CA “This course definitely has brought me a better understanding of my faith and a reminder of how great God's love is”

Him: I learned a lot from these classes. I feel that it definitely helped us prepare for the sacrament. It was also very educational and helped me understand the Catholic teachings that would we would be living by day to day.

Her: This course gave me a better understanding of the meaning of marriage and has strengthened my faith. I really enjoyed the discussions I had with Jules during each class and the feedback we received from our instructors that gave us different perspectives on situations that we may encounter in our marriage.

Both: By engaging in the process of marriage classes, we had the opportunity to deepen our understanding of each other, our faith, and the responsibilities of our marriage. We learned the essential skills for effective communication, established a shared foundation based on our Catholic beliefs, and gained support from a community of like-minded individuals.

May 1st – Ronald and Mourly – Archdiocese of Edmonton, Alberta  “Highly recommend this online Catholic Marriage Preparation to others who are looking for a high-quality, convenient, and effective online learning experience.”

Him: It was an excellent experience overall. The instructors were engaging, knowledgeable, and passionate about the subject matter. The format was well-structured and easy to follow.  The workload was challenging but manageable, and I felt that I learned a lot from the class.

Her: The instructors were skilled at utilizing online tools to create an engaging and interactive learning environment. The class was well-organized, with clear instructions and expectations for coursework and participation. The workload was challenging but reasonable, and I felt that I learned a lot from the diverse perspectives of our instructors. I appreciated the flexibility of being able to complete assignments and participate in discussions on our own schedule, which made the class accessible to us with other commitments. Overall, we would highly recommend this online class to others.

Both: This course can provide couples with an opportunity to reflect on their relationship, their shared values and goals, and to learn practical skills for dealing with challenges that may arise in marriage. Learning how to communicate effectively, resolve conflicts, and develop intimacy can be a great way for couples to build a strong foundation for their married life and help them weather the ups and downs that come with any relationship. By participating in such courses or counseling, couples can gain a better understanding of each other's needs, increase their self-awareness, and develop a shared sense of purpose and vision for their life together. This, in turn, can strengthen their relationship, build trust and intimacy, and equip them with the tools that they need to overcome obstacles and build a long-lasting, fulfilling marriage on a solid foundation.